Atlanta city councilwoman says metal detectors could have prevented deadly nightclub shooting – WSB-TV Channel 2

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She says it takes a total team effort and that’s why she’s now preparing to work with business owners to find a solution to what she calls a growing problem.

“Two innocent lives were lost due to a lapse in safety measures,” she said. “No one should have been able to enter this establishment with a firearm unless they were a member of law enforcement.”

Boone is chairman of the city’s public safety committee. She says she’s made it her mission to ensure nightclubs and bars provide the safest environments for their patrons.

She says since the pandemic, many businesses have been operating illegally.

“Many of them don’t have an assured and secure bond when it comes to their safety. Some of them are operating with outstanding liquor licenses as well as business licenses,” she explained.

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Seiden checked with the city and an official said Eleven 45 Lounge is in compliance with all laws and ordinances.

An open records request revealed that since 2020, APD has responded to only two salon shootings, including Sunday’s shooting.

Seiden contacted the club, but did not hear back.

Members of the leadership team released a statement after the shooting, expressing their condolences.

“Our commitment to the safety and security of our community has only grown stronger. We are committed to maintaining an environment in which everyone feels safe,” they wrote in part.

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